10/08/2026
Such a great resource for families spending a lot of time in the hospital setting.
Sometimes, families just need a place to breathe.
For families navigating a child's serious illness, life can often revolve around hospital rooms, appointments, and medical treatments. At Children's Harbor, we're here to offer a place where families can step away, recharge, and simply enjoy being together.
As our Respite Manager, Carrie Cooksey, shared about our Harbor Family Center, "We call it a home away from home."
Whether it's a moment of relaxation, a fun activity, or simply having someone to talk to, our goal is to give families a welcoming space where they can laugh, have fun, and feel supported.
Through our partnership with the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services' Children's Rehabilitation Service (CRS), we're helping connect more families with counseling, respite opportunities, and resources that support the whole family.
"The wider net that we all can cast that allows families to connect with others, the better. It helps caregivers to not feel isolated and to not feel like they're in this alone." — Dr. Cristal Cummings, Children's Harbor Chief Clinical Officer.
We're grateful for partners like CRS who share our commitment to strengthening families and reminding them that they don't have to navigate their journey alone. 💙
Read more about this meaningful partnership: https://rehab.alabama.gov/news/blog?p=adrs-and-childrens-harbor-partner-to-support-families
